7-Day Family-Friendly Toronto Itinerary

  1. Day 1: CN Tower
    10 minutes (2.4 km) from Union Station

    Take a trip up the CN Tower (the world's 9th tallest free-standing structure) for panoramic views of the city.

  2. Day 2: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
    5 minutes (1.2 km) from the CN Tower

    Discover a world of underwater creatures at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada with interactive exhibits and live shows.

  3. Day 3: Toronto Zoo
    35 minutes (32.4 km) from Ripley's Aquarium

    Home to over 5,000 animals, the Toronto Zoo is perfect for a day out with the family.

  4. Day 4: Ontario Science Centre
    30 minutes (21.8 km) from Toronto Zoo

    The Ontario Science Centre offers over 500 interactive exhibits, live demonstrations and an IMAX theatre.

  5. Day 5: Casa Loma
    20 minutes (11.8 km) from Ontario Science Centre

    Visit the only full-size castle in North America, Casa Loma for guided tours of its grand interiors and gardens.

  6. Day 6: The Royal Ontario Museum
    10 minutes (6.2 km) from Casa Loma

    Dive into worlds of art, culture and natural history with interactive galleries and exhibits at the ROM.

  7. Day 7: Toronto Islands
    20 minutes (8.8 km) from the Royal Ontario Museum

    Take a ferry to the car-free Toronto Islands for beaches, bike-rides, and stunning views of the skyline.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • CN Tower (2-3 hours, $40-50)
  • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada (2-3 hours, $30-40)
  • Toronto Zoo (3-4 hours, $30-40)
  • Ontario Science Centre (3-4 hours, $20-30)
  • Casa Loma (2-3 hours, $30-40)
  • The Royal Ontario Museum (3-4 hours, $20-30)
  • Toronto Islands (4-5 hours, $10-20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $180-$250

Useful Tips

Add more time if you wish to fully explore certain places or attractions, or substitute with other activities if they are closed for the selected time or day. For more time, add a day trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake for stunning vineyards and lakeside views. To save time, pre-book tickets online and arrive early in the morning.

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